Hey everyone! I'm a first-time PC builder and user, and I've been enjoying my new setup (Ryzen 7 5700, Nvidia RTX 4060) for about a week now. While I'm happy with the performance, I've noticed that the cooler can be a bit noisy at times. I've heard mixed reviews on the stock coolers, and I'm curious if replacing it would be beneficial. It doesn't seem to be overheating, but I want to make sure I'm making the right choice since I've already spent quite a bit on my build. Any advice on whether I should upgrade the cooler or if the stock one is good enough would be really appreciated!
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On a side note, have you thought about returning your Ryzen 7 5700? If you're still within the return window, the Ryzen 5600 is often considered a better bet for gaming at a lower price point. Just a thought!
First, I’d suggest checking your CPU temperatures. If they’re around 60-70°C while gaming, you’re in a good spot. The stock cooler is often just enough to keep things running fine, but many people prefer lower temps. If it’s not hitting 90°C, it sounds like you’re okay! Plus, the noise you’re noticing is probably just the cooler working hard when the load is high.
If you’re set on sticking with the 5700, definitely consider the Thermalright Phantom Spirit EVO or the Aqua Elite V3. They'll give you better cooling and less noise compared to the stock option!
You could also think about a Thermalright cooler for around $20-30. It’s a pretty easy upgrade and can reduce the noise significantly. As for the stock cooler, it does the job, but if you're sensitive to noise or plan to push your CPU hard, an upgrade might be worth it!
If you're looking for a budget-friendly upgrade, consider the Arctic Freezer 36. It does a great job cooling and is reasonably priced. Just monitoring your temps will help; the stock cooler can run at 100% under stress, which is likely why it's loud.
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